From Home Alone to Merry Christmas: 6 Must-Watch Movies on OTT This Christmas
By Lokmat Times Desk | Updated: December 24, 2025 17:18 IST2025-12-24T17:18:12+5:302025-12-24T17:18:12+5:30
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With Christmas Eve upon us, here are a few movie options to enhance your holiday season. As 2025 draws to a close, those staying home can enjoy these special films with family.
'The Polar Express', released in 2004, is a must-watch during the Christmas season. This film tells the story of a young boy whose faith in Christmas and Santa Claus is beginning to waver. On Christmas Eve, a magical train, 'The Polar Express', stops outside his house. The boy travels on this train. The story of how his journey becomes interesting is shown in 'The Polar Express'. You can watch this movie on Jio+Hotstar.
For a funny and heartwarming holiday experience, watch "Elf" on Prime Video. Raised by elves after stowing away in Santa's sack, Buddy journeys to New York to find his biological father.
'Merry Christmas', a Bollywood film starring Katrina Kaif and Vijay Sethupathi, released in 2024, is based on a murder mystery. This film is a perfect option for the Christmas holidays. This movie keeps you hooked till the end. You can watch this movie on Netflix.
"Home Alone" is a classic holiday film about 8-year-old Kevin McCallister, who is accidentally left behind when his family goes to Paris for Christmas. He initially enjoys his newfound freedom but must soon defend his home from two bumbling thieves, Harry and Marv. "Home Alone" is available for streaming on Jio+Hotstar.
Hollywood's famous director and actor Adam Sandler's film 'Grown Ups' was a huge hit. Friends who studied in the same school reunite after many years for a teacher's memorial service. They then plan a trip with their families. Watching the journey of these friends will make you laugh heartily. This film can be watched on Zee5 on OTT.
'The Shawshank Redemption', an Oscar-winning film available on Prime Video, offers a compelling weekend viewing option. It tells the inspiring and thrilling story of Andy, wrongly convicted of murder, and his ingenious escape from Shawshank prison, featuring memorable dialogues.
